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Ted Echols

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Workshop aims to protect family farms

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News Ted Echols’ grandfather operated a farm his entire life before his father continued the family tradition. His life experience has given him first-hand knowledge on the importance of having a plan for managing a farm once the current owner approaches retirement.

Qualifying for municipal elections begins Aug. 21 in both Cleveland and Helen.

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Election qualifying starts next month

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Qualifying for municipal elections begins Aug. 21 in both Cleveland and Helen. In Cleveland, the mayor and two city council seats will be up for reelection.

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Party at the park

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Hayden Johnstone, above, finds her way through the inflatable obstacle course at Freedom Park Tuesday night as the White County Baptist Association churches hosted its Compassion Week Block Party. Churches provided carnival-style fun with basketball games, balloon art and treats.

Parking for employees of businesses in Helen and White County residents will still remain free.

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Parking rates increase in Helen

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

by Jessica Wood White County News The cost to park in city-operated lots on Chattahoochee Strasse increased immediately after the Helen Commission meeting Tuesday morning.

A collapsed tree on Asbury Mill Road as a result of the severe thunderstorm on June 25. (Photo/Noah Johnson)

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Climatologist explains wild weather in White County

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Friday, July 14, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News White County and the North Georgia area have experienced pretty bizarre weather over the past month. Whether that be extreme heat or ravenous storms, our area can’t seem to catch a break from the intensity of recent weather.

Jeff Ash

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Helen mayor to give free city water presentation today

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

by Jessica Wood White County News Helen Mayor Jeff Ash plans to help people understand more about the city’s water. Ash will give the free presentation “Helen’s Water to Drink and Flush” at 4 p.m. today at the Helen Arts and Heritage Center.

Gov. Brian Kemp

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Property tax relief available for 2023

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

by Linda Erbele White County News While local taxing authorities are currently determining millage rates, White County homestead owners can look forward to a one-time credit from Gov. Kemp when they open their tax bills near the end of the summer.

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Cleveland to hold millage hearings

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

by Linda Erbele White County News Cleveland city council, at its regular meeting July 10, announced that it will hold three public hearings to consider the millage rate for the upcoming year. The first will be at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 20, the second at 8 a.m.

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County plans to increase property taxes

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News The White County Board of Commissioners announced last week that it intends to increase property taxes by 3.86 percent for the upcoming fiscal year. The county will maintain its previous years millage rate of 9.505, an increase of 0.

Bill Coen is commonly seen nowadays serving samples of cider outside of Old Sautee Store and sharing a happy tune. (Photo/Noah Johnson)

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The Music Man

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News Bill Coen has worked as a Minister of Music for 60 years across six states and multiple churches.